Cabling and bracing is a technique to provide trees with physical support to minimize the risk of structural failure. To do this, a licensed arborist uses strategically placed cables and brace rods to improve a tree’s stability and limit the independent movement of poorly attached stems that are vulnerable to breaking.

As Connecticut has been experiencing more extreme weather in recent years, as a homeowner, it’s important to understand how these conditions might affect the trees on your property, to better prepare for potential challenges.

So, how much does tree removal really cost? The short answer is, it depends. With tree removal, having a standard price is unrealistic because so many factors are at play. A tree’s health, size, location, physical obstacles, and the time of year all play a role in determining the cost.

When deciding what tree service company to work with, it's essential to carefully consider the trade-offs between saving money and facing potential risks. Some factors to consider as you evaluate companies include customer service, insurance coverage, credentials, quote language, equipment condition, and technique.

Under Connecticut case law, as a homeowner, you can legally cut the branches or roots off a tree growing on your neighbor’s property if they are encroaching onto your property. However, in doing so, you can only cut them up to the property line, and you cannot completely disregard the tree's health.